There are a whopping 15,000 London restaurants, making for a diverse gastronomy scene, as a global hospitality epicentre, where every bite tells a unique story. These are the ones we’re obsessing over right now.
Mountain, Soho
Tomos Parry is known as a god amongst men in the industry, and he has more than one restaurant mentioned on this list to prove it. His newest venture, Mountain, on Beak Street in Soho is the rustic fire-led, open-format kitchen you need in your life. Don’t miss the wild mushrooms, which offer creamy umami flavour in the best of ways, sautéed in garlic, parsley and hake butter and served with a velvety egg yolk.
Studio Frantzen, Knightsbridge
One of the city’s best kept secrets is undoubtedly the £59 set menu brunch served on the stunning rooftop at this world-class restaurant. Relish in the (sometimes) sun-drenched terrace whilst devouring the most divine grilled oysters you’ll ever try.
Fallow, Picadilly
From breakfast all the way through to dinner be prepared for a feast of epic proportions. Mouthwatering dishes such as smoked shiitake and lion’s mane parfait on grilled bread, crispy corn ribs with kombu seasoning and smoked cod’s head seasoned with Fallow sriracha sauce and leek oil.
Hide, Mayfair
This restaurant and bar by Hedonism Wines and Ollie Dabbous is renowned by the industry as one of the gastronomic gems of Mayfair. Hide’s standout dish is a silky combination of egg yolk and mushroom, presented on a bed of hay and slow cooked for over two hours. Balance this out with their refreshing twist on green olive oil ice-cream topped with fresh oregano leaves, and a drizzle of oil then presented on a frosty block of ice.
Chiltern Firehouse, Marylebone
A timeless classic. On a beautiful summer day, grab a table on the terrace, whether for breakfast, brunch, or a late lunch, and revel in the undeniably classy atmosphere. If you’re fortunate enough to venture inside, the late-night parties in their infamous bar are unparalleled. Here, you might find yourself rubbing shoulders with Gerard Butler or Kate Moss.
